"Fata Morgana" <nunyabidness@fool.com> wrote in message
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> "Psaiyan" <ppvegeta@hotmail.communism> wrote in message
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> > I'm actually surprised that GAINAX has not already done this,
> > considering the immense popularity of Ayanami-chan in Japan.
> >
> > A short series, or perhaps a one-off OVA further exploring Rei's
> > character would be a guaranteed money-spinner.
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> Yes, GAINAX ought to make a Rei series, preferably making it as cliche as
> possible.  It could be like a "robot maid" series, except that the main
> character would be less life-like.

    I see it in my minds eye...    Big E!

Norman: Master Shinji, we're getting a report of a giant robot!

Shinji: OK Norman.  Rei, what do you make of it?  And why do you insist on
playing that violin?!  You're never going to
           sound like a *human* does!

Rei: I was made to be the mother of humanity, therefore I must play the
part.

Shinji: Never mind, what should I expect from a Wainwright anyway?  Oh well,
at least she makes decent scrambled eggs.